I really liked it! Creepy fun!

Rating: 8/10 (3 October 2003)

(minor spoilers)
I'm not a fan of horror films, but the buzz around this one was that this was not really a horror film at all. Those who had seen it told me it didn't really fit into any conventional category. "Apocalyptic" was one adjective I'd heard. That about fits the bill, if not blatantly obvious.
It is most definitely unlike any film I've seen before. I loved the gritty effect of video, especially the scenes that took place in the rain. The camera shake, shutter speeds, and frame rate effects all added to the "horror" aspect of the movie. I was afraid that since it was a dark film, the picture quality would suffer due to the video. No worries at all. The medium was used very effectively.
I was impressed with the shots of quiet London and the abandoned motorways. I can't imagine all the headaches that caused while filming. It kind of makes you wonder "what if?"
During the climax of the film, I was startled by a loud crunching sound nearby. It turned out to be the empty water bottle I had inadvertently crushed in my sweaty hand! That's how much this movie dragged me in.
The theatre here showed the alternate ending (the original, I'm told) after the closing credits. It was interesting, but I preferred the one that was connected to the film. I guess Hollywood has conditioned me to expect and appreciate a hopeful ending.
All in all, a fine performance. 8 / 10.